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Installation Overview

 

1. Site Prep

 

Lightly prep the area to be Lighthoofed.

 

  • Remove any large rocks or debris and fence animals out temporarily.

 

  • If desired, create sub-base drainage features such as a swale or slope.

 

  • Create edge protection around the perimeter of your panels by laying a landscape lumber (railroad tie, etc) border or sloping the edges down by 10-12 cm for a smooth transition.

2. Fabric

 

  • Roll out geotextile fabric over existing muddy surface.

 

      - Overlap the edges by 45 cm.

 

  • We recommend a 170 -240 gm non-woven geotextile.

 

  • You can find geotextile fabric at your local building or landscape supply or you can order from us here at Paddock Safe.

3. Stretch ā€˜n’ Stake

 

Starting at the close end of your area, pre-stretch and stake out your first Lighthoof panel using temporary metal or wood stakes.

4. Fill

 

Fill the panel with gravel to about 2-5 cm over the tops of the cells. Remove the stakes, and repeat steps 1-4 with another section.

 

Make sure the gravel you select is a fine crushed mix with angular, not rounded, edges. Pea gravel is not suitable.

 

NOTE: Panels can be driven on with a truck or tractor once filled with gravel, but be careful that there is enough over fill and/or compaction to prevent tyres from digging in and crushing the tops of the cells.

 

5. Compact

 

Compact the whole area evenly and thoroughly.

 

  • Add more gravel if cells become exposed.

  • A vibrating plate compactor from your local tool rental works best.

  • For tips on perfecting gravel compaction, download the full installation guide at www.lighthoof.com/installation.

  • Once the base is compacted, you may wish to add another couple of inches of uncompacted gravel, sand, or any desired footing for a softer surface.

NEED ASSISTANCE?

 

Call us:

021 510 779

 

Email us:

jo@paddocksafe.co.nz

 

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